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The Tuft & Needle Mint is the brand's step-up model — a thicker, cooler, slightly more supportive version of the original T&N. Pitting it against the Casper Original is a fairer fight than the base T&N would be. Both are mid-range all-foam beds with 100-night trials, so the comparison comes down to feel, cooling, and price.
I tested both in Queen over seven nights each. The Casper review and the best memory foam mattresses guide add more context on each.
Specs Comparison
| Feature | Casper Original | T&N Mint |
|---|---|---|
| Comfort Layer | AirScape zoned foam | Thicker Adaptive foam + cooling gel |
| Firmness | Medium (5.5/10) | Medium-firm (6/10) |
| Cooling | Good (perforated top) | Very good (antimicrobial cooling treatment) |
| Trial Period | 100 nights | 100 nights |
| Price (Queen) | ~$695–$795 | ~$795–$895 |
Upgraded Foam vs Zoned Support
The Mint's thicker comfort layer and cooling treatment make it the better bed for hot sleepers. It ran cooler than the Casper in my overnight testing and offers a slightly firmer, more supportive surface than the original T&N — addressing the main weakness of the cheaper model.
Casper's advantage remains its zoned construction. The firmer hip zone keeps the pelvis from sinking too deep, which kept my spine better aligned for back and side sleeping. For combination sleepers who change positions, Casper's zoning is the more reliable choice.
Pricing is close, with the Mint typically running a bit cheaper at Queen. If cooling and value lead your list, the Mint wins; if you want targeted spinal support, Casper does. Either way, this is a much closer contest than Casper vs the base Tuft & Needle.
Performance Scores
Marcus spent 11 years managing mattress showrooms in the Midwest before switching to independent reviewing. He tests beds so you can skip the sales floor.
For more head-to-heads, see the full comparisons index. Or browse our top-rated mattresses of 2026.